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Selvage, Rob – Journal of Extension, 1979
The author states that computer program development is simply extension's program development process focused on computer applications, and that extension personnel, the end-product users, can design computer programs to meet their own needs. He discusses principles of systems analysis and design, training, implementation, and evaluation. (MF)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science, Extension Agents, Extension Education
Palko, Donald N.; Hata, David M. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1982
The computer industry is viewed on a collision course with a human resources crisis. Changes expected during the next decade are outlined, with expectations noted that merging of hardware and software skills will be met in a technician's skill set. Essential curricula components of a computer system technology program are detailed. (MP)
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Science, Computers, Curriculum Design
Olds, Henry F. – Classroom Computer News, 1981
Some procedures for an inservice education program on computers are proposed. The program goal is to bring teachers to understand the microcomputer as a tool-making technology that asks people to learn how to teach it to do something. An inservice syllabus is presented in the form of a program. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science, Computers, Curriculum Development

Nelson, A. Gene – Journal of Extension, 1979
Stating that the greatest potential impact of computer use in extension is not in providing information but in teaching how to analyze problems, the author discusses use of the computer as an educational method and offers some considerations to keep in mind when designing computerized learning packages. (MF)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science, Computers, Educational Methods